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Tessa Violet and the Heartfelt Anti-Pop of 'Bad Ideas'
October 28, 2019
Violet's 'Bad Ideas' is anything but.
Rex Orange County Grapples With Fame and Loss in 'Pony'
October 28, 2019
'Pony' may as well be a diary, albeit one of the best-soundtracked diary entries we have heard all year.
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Get Hip to Siaira Shawn's Silky Delivery [PREMIERE]
October 28, 2019
"As a queer artist, I make that aspect of my identity explicit in my music."
King Princess Steps Into Her Role as an Inevitable Cultural Icon in 'Cheap Queen'
October 28, 2019
King Princess' debut album is unapologetically queer and we are here for it.
Conan Gray's "Maniac" Proves That the Scariest Thing This Halloween Is Your Ex
October 28, 2019
Gray gives newfound meaning to the term "psycho ex."
Alexander 23's 'I'm Sorry I Love You' Is a Tender Debut Full of Promise
October 28, 2019
"This EP is about love and loss and lust and luck and lies and laughs."
Sorcha Richardson's "First Prize Bravery" Finds the Beauty in Simplicity
October 28, 2019
"First Prize Bravery" is the sonic equivalent of walking in a field of daisies: unstinting, bright, and memorable.
Lowen Commemorates the Most Pivotal Moments of Her Life With 'Only In My Dreams'
October 28, 2019
Lowen has no problem stripping herself to the core.
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Dae Zhen Rejects Music Industry Toxicity in "Leave Me Be" [PREMIERE]
October 28, 2019
"This song is a reminder to myself of who I do this for: myself."
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Rex Orange County, King Princess, Easy Life, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
October 27, 2019
This week surely did not disappoint.
Juice Drops a Late Contender For Song of the Summer With "Superimposed"
August 6, 2021
"Superimposed" doesn't invite you to just dance along but urges you to lose yourself alongside Juice.
The Maràas, The Aces, LoveLeo, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
March 6, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
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Sebastian Mikael's Unique Brand of R&B Will Make You An Immediate Fan [Q&A]
March 4, 2020
We caught up with Sebastian Mikael about his new life as an artist and his "From Scratch" series.
Top That Track Closes Out Women's History Month With 'An Ode to the Ladies'
March 31, 2020
This episode of Top That Track is entirely dedicated to female artists: both bands and solo acts.
mxmtoon, Billie Eilish, Dominic Fike, and More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
August 1, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist from Ones to Watch.
Khamari's "The Heat" Is a Vibrant Display of Songwriting and Vocal Ability
August 5, 2020
Few artists have been able to strike such a strong balance between lyrical vulnerability and catchiness as newcomer Khamari.
Alaina Castillo Reminds Us to Celebrate Staying in With "Tonight"
August 14, 2020
Alaina Castillo is continuing to prove herself as one of the most exciting new talents to emerge within the last year.
Terry Presume Showcases His Eccentric Style on "Don't Play Yourself"
August 27, 2020
Blending indie, alternative, hip hop, and rock, Terry Presume has been making music that is specific and unique to him.
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JW Francis Follows the Feeling on 'WANDERKID' [Q&A]
October 12, 2021
JW Francis captures the candid stories of the people who come in and out of his life, even if just for a moment.
LilyIsThatYou Sets the Dancefloor Ablaze With "Party 22"
December 6, 2021
"Party 22" is an instantaneous earworm sure to carry your well into the new year.